Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 16:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 16:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 16:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, this verse means that Christians should greet each other with warmth and love, like giving a friendly hug or kiss on the cheek. It also shows that all the Christian churches are sending their love and greetings to each other.

Romans 16:16: Salute one another with an holy kiss. The churches of Christ salute you.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

This verse emphasizes God as the author of peace, which may seem contradictory to the practice of greeting with a kiss, potentially seen as a cultural tradition rather than a divine command.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:26

Although similar in instructing to greet with a holy kiss, it contrasts by its generality of application beyond specific churches, unlike Romans 16:16's church-specific greeting.

1 Thessalonians 5:26: Greet all the brethren with an holy kiss.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:47

This verse highlights loving those beyond one’s community, possibly conflicting with Romans 16:16's focus on greeting “churches of Christ.”

Matthew 5:47: And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more [than others]? do not even the publicans so?
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